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$142,404$141 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

889 VELMA DR

FARWELL, MI 48622
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,008 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$142K
$123K low$162K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,580 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$121,262 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,277
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$80,985
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$112,735
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$242,524

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.35
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
4
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.30 in
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCLARE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Farwell Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.5 mi
M
Farwell Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 4–7 · 1.6 mi
H
Farwell High SchoolB
High · Grades 8–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Farwell Area Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48622These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.76%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,777
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.66 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,410
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,344
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

889 Velma Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 66% of homes in Farwell 48622
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Farwell 48622
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Farwell 48622
  • Older than 91% of homes in Farwell 48622

What homes are worth in Farwell 48622

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$52K$420K

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Farwell 48622.

How it measures up in Farwell 48622

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Farwell 48622.

Estimated value$142,404
CheaperTypical $172,107Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$141
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,232 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 889 Velma Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFarwell 48622Clare County
Estimated valuepricier than$142,40434% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14150% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,008 ft²28% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac18% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than19509% of homes14% of homes

About 889 Velma Dr

How much is 889 Velma Dr, Farwell, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 889 Velma Dr, Farwell, MI is $142,404 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $122,861 to $161,947. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 889 Velma Dr, Farwell, MI last sell?

889 Velma Dr, Farwell, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 889 Velma Dr, Farwell, MI?

889 Velma Dr, Farwell, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,008 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 889 Velma Dr, Farwell, MI built?

889 Velma Dr, Farwell, MI was built in 1950, making it 76 years old.

What schools serve 889 Velma Dr, Farwell, MI?

889 Velma Dr, Farwell, MI is assigned to Farwell Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Farwell Middle School (middle), rated C-; Farwell High School (high), rated B. All sit in Farwell Area Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 889 Velma Dr, Farwell, MI compare to other homes in Farwell 48622?

Among the 3,460 homes in Farwell 48622, it is worth more than 34% of them ($142,404 against a typical $172,107), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($141 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 1,232 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1950 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Clare County, it is worth more than 44% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 889 Velma Dr, Farwell, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 889 Velma Dr, Farwell, MI was $3,580. The county assessed it at $121,262.

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